Call of Duty: MW3 introduces ranked play - Everything you need to know

Published: 18:06, 04 December 2023
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Call of Duty: MW3 introduces ranked play - Everything you need to know
Call of Duty: MW3 introduces ranked play - Everything you need to know

Key Points from the Article

  • Multiplayer Ranked Play is set to enhance the groundwork laid in Modern Warfare II, with fresh rewards, updated maps, weapons, and Loadout content. 
  • It will follow a 4v4 structure, featuring matches of Search and Destroy, Hardpoint, and Control, with specific weapon restrictions enforced to ensure a level playing field.
Call of Duty: MW3 introduces ranked play - Everything you need to know

Modern Warfare 3 is preparing to introduce the highly anticipated Ranked Play mode, offering players a competitive environment to showcase their skills and secure exclusive rewards.

Prepare for an adrenaline-packed experience as Modern Warfare 3 gears up to introduce the highly anticipated Ranked Play mode. 

This competitive mode offers players a chance to ascend through the ranks, showcasing their skills and securing exclusive rewards. Here's an in-depth look at when you can expect Ranked Play to make its mark on MW3.

Since its origins during Modern Warfare 2 Season 2, Ranked Play has been a staple in the Call of Duty community. It provides a platform for players to compete like professionals, navigating restricted maps, weapons, and specific rules to ensure a highly competitive gaming environment.

Arrival of Ranked Play in MW3

The exciting news is that Modern Warfare 3 Ranked Play is officially confirmed and is set to debut during MW3 Season 1 Reloaded, slated for a January release. While an exact date hasn't been disclosed, the commencement of Season 1 on December 6 signals that the Season 1 Reloaded update will follow suit in January 2024.

Call of Duty Next event

Revelations from the Call of Duty Next event unveiled Treyarch's involvement in bringing Ranked Play to MW3. Greg Reisdorf, Sledgehammer’s Multiplayer Creative Director, shared insights: “we’ll have it out, and that’s when it’s going to launch” during Season 1.5, mid-season one.

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For those unfamiliar with the CDL format, Ranked Play will follow a 4v4 structure, featuring matches of Search and Destroy, Hardpoint, and Control
For those unfamiliar with the CDL format, Ranked Play will follow a 4v4 structure, featuring matches of Search and Destroy, Hardpoint, and Control

What to expect

According to the MW3 Season 1 blog, developed in collaboration with Treyarch and Sledgehammer Games, Multiplayer Ranked Play is set to enhance the groundwork laid in Modern Warfare II. Anticipate fresh rewards, updated maps, weapons, and Loadout content.

Ranked Play dynamics

While specific details about the workings of Ranked Play are yet to be unveiled, it's expected to encourage players to ascend through Skills Divisions, earning SR (Skill Rating) along the way. Players will be required to adhere to the rules and restrictions aligned with the Call of Duty League (CDL) format.

CDL Format overview

For those unfamiliar with the CDL format, Ranked Play will follow a 4v4 structure, featuring matches of Search and Destroy, Hardpoint, and Control. Specific weapon restrictions will be enforced, ensuring a level playing field.


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